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NHS 5k Fundraiser for Belin Blank Children's Hospital
NHS 5k Fundraiser for Belin Blank Children’s Hospital
Ames High students leave the football field at the end of the walkout on Wednesday, March 1st.
Ames Middle and High School Students Protest Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills
Lifeguard Equipment
Four New Physical Education Courses Added to The Ames High Registration Handbook
Ms. Polashek conducting the Ames High Orchestra in the fall of 2021.
Ms. Polashek: A Lifetime of Music
Ames High's new auditorium
Ames High Theater’s New Life
Photo session for DECA. Photo by leelandphoto
A Journey Through DECA
Elizabeth Brenneman sits and poses at her desk. Brenneman seeks to create an environment in her classroom where all students, regardless of skill level, can feel empowered.
Teacher Spotlight: Elizabeth Brenneman
Jabari Hinson (middle) stands with his teammates before a tournament—photo by Adam Atkinson.
Grappling Greatness: Jabari Hinson
Sylvie McConnell showing off her skills at the fall cheer showcase before her state performance. Photo by Ryan Renger.
Athlete by Nature, Cheerleader by Choice.
Emily holding up her current best artwork, which she spent hours on
Teenager Dreams of Creating Something That Matters With Her Art
A voting official sorts through envelopes for ballots.
A Blue Dot In a Sea of Red
During classes, students are asked to store their phones in a caddy like the one pictured above. Some students opt to keep their phones in their backpacks.
New Ames High Policy Takes Phones Out of the Classroom
Senior Akshay Sarda raises his hand to answer a journal prompt provided by the RULER curriculum. RULER aims to provide students with the tools needed to regulate their emotions beyond high school.
New Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum Seeks to Create More Positive School Environment
David Lee Senior Column: Words, words, words. How to not lose meaning behind the words you write.
David Lee Senior Column: Words, words, words. How to not lose meaning behind the words you write.
Inflation - In a Nutshell
Inflation – In a Nutshell
The Little Cyclone Volleyball team had a great season, winning the regular season Iowa Alliance Conference title. Although their season unfortunately ended after a loss to Valley in their sub-state matchup, the Little Cyclones proved to be a competitive underdog to look out for in coming seasons. (Photo: Tristan Spears)
While the Seniors Depart from the Volleyball Program, They Hope Their Impact Stays Around
State competition group poses for a picture after their victory at state cheer. Photo by Ethel Navarro
Ames High Cheer Team Makes History with Double State Championship Wins
Colden Bray (#58), celebrates after making a stuff in the backfield during Ames High's "Little CyHawk" bout vs. City High.
The Ames High Football Team Faces Yet Another Coaching Change, Posing New Challenges for Senior Players
Jabari Hinson (middle) stands with his teammates before a tournament—photo by Adam Atkinson.
Grappling Greatness: Jabari Hinson
Jack Wynter shoots a free throw against Marshalltown. Photo by Mary Greenfield.
Little Cyclones Dismantle Bobcats to Cap Off Action-Packed Senior Night
The Little Cyclone Volleyball team had a great season, winning the regular season Iowa Alliance Conference title. Although their season unfortunately ended after a loss to Valley in their sub-state matchup, the Little Cyclones proved to be a competitive underdog to look out for in coming seasons. (Photo: Tristan Spears)
While the Seniors Depart from the Volleyball Program, They Hope Their Impact Stays Around
A voting official sorts through envelopes for ballots.
A Blue Dot In a Sea of Red
State competition group poses for a picture after their victory at state cheer. Photo by Ethel Navarro
Ames High Cheer Team Makes History with Double State Championship Wins
During classes, students are asked to store their phones in a caddy like the one pictured above. Some students opt to keep their phones in their backpacks.
New Ames High Policy Takes Phones Out of the Classroom
Clockwise beginning from top left: Kirstin Sullivan, Teresa Testroet, Joel Sullivan, Sonja Hayes. Created with Canva.
Celebrating Ames High School’s Retiring Staff
This month our Editor-in-Chief features three of her favorite reads of October in her new reading corner! Created with Canva.
October Reads – Chantal’s Reading Corner
Jon Hart's Party School seeks to challenge the elitism surrounding college admissions. While entertaining, it falls short of thorough criticism. Cover art by Siori Kitajima.
“Safety School” or Blessing in Disguise? Rating: 6.8/10
Photos by Hector Vivas, Scott Garfitt, The Brown Daily Herald, and Gustavo Dudamel.
What We’re Listening to: May 2024
Print has diminished in value as the world has moved online, yet they remain a valuable resource for engagement in a high school setting. Created with Canva.
For High School Newspapers, Print is the Answer
live intentionally.
live intentionally.
This month our Editor-in-Chief features three of her favorite reads of October in her new reading corner! Created with Canva.
October Reads – Chantal’s Reading Corner
Photos by Hector Vivas, Scott Garfitt, The Brown Daily Herald, and Gustavo Dudamel.
What We’re Listening to: May 2024
Review: Utopia by Travis Scott
Review: Utopia by Travis Scott
Frank Ocean Delivers Odd Coachella Performance
Frank Ocean Delivers Odd Coachella Performance
Review: Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd by Lana Del Rey
Review: Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd by Lana Del Rey
Winter Tidings
Winter Tidings
2019 October Comic
October 2019
May 2019
April 2019
March 2019
Oct. 2018 Shout
History of Shout
History of Shout
Shouting the New Leaders: Trinity and Jonathan
In Support of Folly
In Support of Folly
Shout: March, 2015
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Sarit Luban
May 21, 2007

New Wal-Mart is an unncessary evil

Sarit Luban
May 18, 2007

BaccalaureateNot completely interfaith

Sarit Luban
April 27, 2007

License plateH8 2 PRK

Sarit Luban
March 30, 2007

Keepin’ kosher cool

Sarit Luban
March 30, 2007

Senior One-ActsA fun tradition

Sarit Luban
March 30, 2007

Starbucks in Ames

Sarit Luban
March 8, 2007

Shins keep getting better

Sarit Luban
January 25, 2007

Movies + tuxedos = good times: Happy Feet hops into theaters with more style than Robbie Ribbit on a blind date (no, not a blind fruit)

Sarit Luban
December 14, 2006

Infinite Campus hurts students and makes parents too involved with grades

Sarit Luban
November 16, 2006

In the midst of conflict

Sarit Luban
October 20, 2006

Ames High Drama gets off to a comedic start: Murder By Indecision will be in the Ames High Auditorium on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21, 22

Sarit Luban
October 19, 2006

Causin' a fuss, there goes the Poetry Bus

Sarit Luban
September 21, 2006

Students and administrators should just hold hands

Sarit Luban
May 23, 2006

Hunger strikes the halls of Ames High with varying results

Sarit Luban
May 23, 2006

Ames High boys’ soccer strives for sweet State success

Sarit Luban
May 1, 2006

"Youth" lacks originality, but still pretty bopppppppin'

Sarit Luban
May 1, 2006

Anti-abortion law passes, causes controversy

Sarit Luban
April 11, 2006

Environmental policies need a closer look

Sarit Luban
April 10, 2006

Ames High reacts to Acceptable Use Policy

Sarit Luban
March 2, 2006

Crush cansThe right way to celebrate V-Day

Sarit Luban
February 9, 2006
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